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    Dec 05, 2025  
Catalog 2025-2026

AEC 1520 - Construction Materials and Systems

Credits: 3
Examines building materials and construction techniques. Topics include a study of soils, concrete, brick, masonry, steel, timber, and plastics, and a study of types of building structural systems and components. Principles of interpreting light commercial construction drawings (blueprints) for structural and trade information are also introduced. Course is not repeatable for credit.